Orange County SC's nine-game unbeaten streak came to an abrupt end following a decisive 0-3 home loss to the Tampa Bay Rowdies, largely due to key offensive injuries and failing to register a single shot on target. Despite the clear defeat, OCSC remains at the top of the Western Conference and must quickly regroup as they prepare to host another Eastern Conference contender, Louisville City.
As top-seeded contenders in their respective conferences, Orange County SC and the Tampa Bay Rowdies collide in a marquee interconference matchup that serves as a potential preview for the 2026 USL Championship final. While Tampa Bay brings a high-scoring offense led by forward Russell Cicerone, Orange County enters on a club-record unbeaten streak powered by solid defensive performances from center-backs Tom Brewitt and Garrison Tubbs.
Although a tie at home isn’t what anyone was hoping for, this Orange County squad showcased a lot of chemistry and promise on the pitch in their week 2 match against the Tampa Bay Rowdies.
2021 USL Final Rematch Makes West Coast Debut
Orange County continues their 2023 campaign Saturday, March 18th at home against the Rowdies of Tampa Bay.
After suffering defeat in their opening matchup against Louisville City, Orange County now shifts its focus to another Eastern Conference powerhouse in that of the Tampa Bay Rowdies.
Orange County announced this morning that they signed Goalkeeper Cody Cropper for the 2023 season. Cropper, who has previously played in the USL Championship with Memphis 901 on Loan, also has experience through his career in England, and multiple MLS sides. His most recent playing experience is with Vancouver Whitecaps of the MLS. Please see below for the statement from Orange County Soccer Club to accompany the signing of Cropper.
